The 2016 Dunk Contest: Looking back at 'the best one ever'

Before the Dunk Contest began, key moments took place. Minnesota’s Karl-Anthony Towns won the Skills Challenge, highlighting the evolving big man, while Golde

2026 NBA All-Star weekend preview: Dunks, stars and more

Our experts break down what to watch over the 2026 NBA All-Star Weekend and their picks for contests, competitions and more.

Zach LaVine vs. Aaron Gordon: 10 years later, it remains the peak of NBA dunk contests

In 2016, we saw one of the most unforgettable dunk contests. And despite what some may say, Aaron Gordon wasn't robbed.

Three-time defending NBA dunk contest champ explains why he’s skipping this year’s competition

For the first time in three seasons, the NBA Slam Dunk Contest will have a new winner come Saturday, with reining champion Mac McClung sitting out for this year’s competition.
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NBA Stunner: We Almost Got a LeBron vs. Kobe vs. Carter Slam Dunk Competition?

A shocking “What if” was revealed this week about the NBA trying to put together a Slam Dunk competition pitting […]
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NBA Slam Dunk Contest: Rules, scoring, contestants and other info

They gave Jordan a 50! It's one of the most famous lines in NBA Slam Dunk Contest history, but it's also a reminder of the occasional controversy that comes from judging the event. Michael Jordan won his second straight dunk contest in 1988 on his home ...